* Why do people say countries need peace?

Does a country need peace or do people need peace? Our euphoric idea of peace may not be possible, but that every human being on the face of this earth can experience peace—that is possible. Why? Because the peace I am talking about already exists within. That is the only reason it is possible. It is not a question of distribution. The thirst for peace exists within, and peace exists within. Nothing has to be manufactured. If there was a machine that manufactured peace, can you imagine trying to carry it from country to country? Going through customs? All you need to do is turn within and accept the possibility you have been given. Every day. We think that once you have peace, that’s it. No. Is it that way with breath? Do you get credit for all the years you have taken a breath? No. You need to breathe, and you need to make that effort every day, every moment. * -Prem Rawat (Maharaji)